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Alchornea cordifolia
Feuille d'arbre de l'Afrique de l'Ouest pour infections, blessures et conditions inflammatoires.
Alchornea cordifolia is a West African medicinal tree whose leaves are traditionally used for wound infections, diarrhea, and respiratory infections, with modern research indicating antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antiprotozoal activities. Key active compounds include the alkaloid alchorneine and phenolic acids such as gentisic acid, gallic acid, and ellagic acid, which contribute to its therapeutic effects. Evidence level C supports its use for infections and inflammation, though clinical data remain limited.
Alchorneine exhibits antimicrobial activity by disrupting bacterial cell membranes and inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis. Gentisic acid and gallic acid act as anti-inflammatory agents via inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene production. Ellagic acid provides antioxidant effects by scavenging free radicals and chelating metal ions, while also demonstrating antiprotozoal activity against Giardia and Plasmodium species through interference with parasite metabolism.
Feuille d'arbre de l'Afrique de l'Ouest pour infections, blessures et conditions inflammatoires.
Alchornea cordifolia is a West African medicinal tree whose leaves are traditionally used for wound infections, diarrhea, and respiratory infections, with modern research indicating antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antiprotozoal activities. Key active compounds include the alkaloid alchorneine and phenolic acids such as gentisic acid, gallic acid, and ellagic acid, which contribute to its therapeutic effects. Evidence level C supports its use for infections and inflammation, though clinical data remain limited.
Alchorneine exhibits antimicrobial activity by disrupting bacterial cell membranes and inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis. Gentisic acid and gallic acid act as anti-inflammatory agents via inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene production. Ellagic acid provides antioxidant effects by scavenging free radicals and chelating metal ions, while also demonstrating antiprotozoal activity against Giardia and Plasmodium species through interference with parasite metabolism.